All very good advice. I don't run anything electrical so, although nice, I really don't need any high output than stock. If I had a winch on the front and some lights and an amp I would but I'm good. Looks like a rebuilt from Phil is around $160 so....I just don't feel like rebuilding at this time but I appreciate the parts link. My local rebuilder will take a look see and depending on the diode its 35-45 bucks. If he finds something else we'll have to talk. Unless the bearings show wear I'm running it. Thanks for advice and I'll let you know in a day or so the outcome. I don't think I'll pull it today but who knows. Thanks

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